Xscape Milton Keynes is set to host a ‘Tree of Pride’ this weekend during the Milton Keynes Pride Festival.
Visitors are invited to decorate the Tree of Pride with their pledges to work toward a more inclusive and caring future. The touring community art piece, which has previously made stops at sister site, Xscape Yorkshire, has been collecting messages of love, unity, and acceptance on its journey across the country.
Its final stop will be at Xscape Milton Keynes during the city’s Pride Festival, an annual celebration of visibility, equality, and promotion of the LGBTQ+ community in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.
Guests are encouraged to commit to one of the suggested pledges or leave a positive and heartfelt sentiment that feels appropriate to them, such as a dedication to a loved one.
The Tree of Pride will be at Xscape Milton Keynes on Saturday, September 14, and Sunday, September 15, and the public is invited to participate from 10 am – 6 pm on Saturday and 11am – 5pm on Sunday.
Dan Murphy, Centre Director at Milton Keynes, said, “We continue to be immensely proud to celebrate the wonderfully diverse community in Milton Keynes. The Tree of Pride art installation offers us a unique opportunity not only to highlight the progress we’ve made as a society but also to acknowledge the important work that still lies ahead in our journey toward equality and acceptance for all.”
Dan added, “At Xscape Milton Keynes, we look forward to seeing the Tree of Pride bloom with our visitors' touching messages of inclusivity and positivity. We hope this vibrant display will serve as powerful inspiration for our guests to help create a more united and caring community.”
For more information on Xscape Milton Keynes, visit https://xscapemiltonkeynes.co.uk/
